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Upper extremity compartment syndrome in a hemophilic infant

Journal of Pediatric Surgery Case Reports, 2022
Acute compartment syndrome is an important differential diagnosis to consider given the correct predisposing history and clinical presentation. However, spontaneous compartment syndrome in childhood is a rare occurrence.
Giuseppe Stranieri, Antonio Pergola, Pasqualina Stranieri   +2 more
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Utility of laboratory markers in evaluating for acute compartment syndrome in the emergency department

Journal of the American College of Emergency Physicians Open, 2021
Background Acute compartment syndrome is diagnosed by clinical examination with the aid of direct compartmental measurement. Previous work suggested using several laboratory markers that may suggest ongoing acute compartment syndrome in hospitalized ...
Gregory S. Weingart, Phillip Jordan, Kei‐Lwun Yee, Lauren Green   +3 more
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DIAGNOSING ACUTE COMPARTMENT SYNDROME [PDF]

The Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery. British volume, 2003
Compartment syndrome has been defined as “a condition in which increased pressure within a limited space compromises the circulation and function of the tissues within that space”.1 It is most commonly seen after injuries to the leg2-5 and forearm6-8 but may also occur in the arm,9 thigh,10 foot,11-13 buttock,14 hand15 and abdomen.16 It typically ...
Kirsten G B, Elliott, Alan J, Johnstone
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Compartment Syndrome following Below-Knee Amputation

Case Reports in Orthopedics, 2022
In the setting of below-knee amputation, compartment syndrome is a rare complication. Early clinical symptoms of an acute compartment syndrome following below-knee amputation can mimic or be masked by postoperative pain management. We present the case of
Adam S. Gerry, Zachary K. Christopher, Karan Patel, Todd A. Kile, Joshua S. Bingham   +4 more
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Idiopathic spontaneous compartment syndrome of the right lower limb: a case report

Journal of Medical Case Reports, 2021
Background Acutely painful lower limb is a common presentation to the emergency department, and acute compartment syndrome is an important differential diagnosis to consider given the correct predisposing history and clinical presentation.
Sareesh Bandapaati, Rayno Navinan Mitrakrishnan   +1 more
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Acute abdominal compartment syndrome [PDF]

Canadian Journal of Anesthesia/Journal canadien d'anesthésie, 2009
Acute abdominal compartment syndrome can be an elusive clinical diagnosis for which critical care physicians must exercise a high index of suspicion in the differential diagnosis of hemodynamic compromise and hemorrhagic shock. The purpose of these Rounds is to describe a case of abdominal compartment syndrome and to summarize the pathophysiology ...
Nancy, Deslauriers, Renée, Déry, André, Denault   +2 more
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Experience with the emergency vascular repair of upper limb arterial transection with concurrent acute compartment syndrome: two case reports [PDF]

Journal of Trauma and Injury, 2023
Upper extremity vascular injuries occurring with acute compartment syndrome are very challenging to manage in an emergency context in resource-poor settings.
Charles Chidiebele Maduba, Ugochukwu Uzodimma Nnadozie, Victor Ifeanyichukwu Modekwe   +2 more
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Effectiveness of Serial Measurement of Differential Pressure in Closed Tibial Diaphyseal Fractures in Diagnosing Acute Compartment Syndrome using Whiteside's Technique [PDF]

Malaysian Orthopaedic Journal, 2016
Acute Compartment Syndrome is a limb-threatening emergency and it occurs most commonly after fractures. The aim of our study is to find out the effectiveness of serial measurement of differential pressure in closed tibial diaphyseal fractures, in ...
Ramprasath DR, Thirunarayanan V, David J, Anbazhagan S   +3 more
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Pneumococcal sepsis presenting as acute compartment syndrome of the lower limbs: a case report

Journal of Medical Case Reports, 2009
Introduction Acute compartment syndrome is a surgical emergency requiring immediate fasciotomy. Spontaneous onset of acute compartment syndrome of the lower limbs is rare.
Doddi Sudeendra, Singhal Tarun, Sinha Prakash   +2 more
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Acute compartment syndromes

British Journal of Surgery, 2002
AbstractBackgroundAcute compartment syndrome is both a limb- and life-threatening emergency that requires prompt treatment. To avoid a delay in diagnosis requires vigilance and, if necessary, intracompartmental pressure measurement. This review encompasses both limb and abdominal compartment syndrome, including aetiology, diagnosis, treatment and ...
A, Tiwari, A I, Haq, F, Myint, G, Hamilton   +3 more
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